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11 Best Samsung Galaxy S4 Apps: Soup Up Your Mobile Ride

The Samsung Galaxy S4 is an amazing smartphone, and its sales reflect its popularity. Unfortunately, many Android users rely on the stock apps which ship with the smartphone. The Android platform allows people to use their devices the way they like, so the 11 best Samsung Galaxy S4 apps will only make your Galaxy S4 more amazing. Although these apps can run on a number of smartphones, your smartphone will really stand out after you install these best apps that are tailored for Samsung Galaxy S4.

Recommending free apps for Samsung Galaxy S4 is one of the top most priorities of this list, but some paid apps are too good to pass. Rest assured these 11 best Samsung Galaxy S4 apps hail from the top developers on Google Play Store and will provide you with great services.

Note: All of these apps were tested on the international version of the Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone, running on custom ROM based on Android 4.3. The screen shots however, are taken on a Samsung Galaxy S3 to test the stability on older hardware.

11. Floating Notifications – Free/Paid ($2.04)

Bubbly Notifications

11.a Free Version

Floating Notifications is exactly what the name suggests it is. It displays a floating notification on your screen every time there is a message. This is quite similar to the Facebook notification which was introduced a while ago. This is a great way to carry a conversation during full screen apps. For example you can reply to texts without leaving the game.

Features:

Looks amazing.

Works like a charm.

Notifications almost everywhere.

Easy to carry a conversation.

Notable feature: There are free themes available for this great app on XDA developers.

Downloads: 100,000 – 500,000

Android version: 3.0 and up

Size: 889 KB

Price: Free

11.b Paid Version ($2.04)

The paid version removes the 14 day time limit imposed on the trial version of the app.

Downloads: 10,000 – 50,000

Android version: 3.0 and up

Size: 234k

Price: $2.04

10. Galaxy S3/ S4 call recorder – Free/Paid ($9.95)

Record Everything

Every once in a while everyone feels the need to record a phone call. While there is a call recording option on the Samsung Galaxy S4, it does not offer robust features. The Galaxy S3/ S4 call recorder works like a charm and can record many calls for you to catalog. This call recording app is designed for Samsung smartphones and unlike other call-recorders; it actually records audio from both sides of the conversation. Simply installing the app will give you ad-free 30 days of trial. You can purchase the license with an in app purchase worth $9.95.

Notable Feature: There are in-call recording controls included on this app. This enables you to record even when you are in a call. This is a feature which comes in handy when you have to note a phone number or an address.

Downloads: 500,000 – 1,000,000

Android Version: 2.3 and up

Size: 8.2 MB

Price: 30 days trial, $9.95 (This is an in-app purchase)

9. Galaxy S4 Universal Remote – Paid ($3.99)

Become a machine overlord

Harness the power of the IR blaster included in the Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone with this great app. The Galaxy S4 universal Remote is one of the Samsung Galaxy S4 apps that lets you use the full potential of the infra-red emitter in the smartphone. With this remarkable app installed, you won’t need to control devices with individual remotes. You will only need your handy Samsung Galaxy S4.

Features:

Includes thousands of devices.

Control Stereo in your car or PS3 at home.

Saves devices for easy access.

Can make custom remotes.

Notable feature: You can save macros, which are a combination of multiple buttons in this great app.

Downloads: 10,000 – 50,000

Android Version: 4.0 and up

Size: 2.5 MB

Price: $3.99

8. Floating Browser – Free/ Paid ($1.99)

Quick bouts of browsing

8.a Free version

Do you find the pop-up Samsung browser to be a little bland? Then the Floating Browser is made just for you. This is a fully featured web browser with all the features you have come to expect from a full one. Unlike the pop-up browser which comes with the Galaxy S4, this great app will let you do everything you need. All this is provided without the need to exit the app running in the background.

Features:

Fast and reliable.

Can be called almost anywhere.

A full featured browser.

Notable Feature: Floating Browser is very light and puts little strain on the device, even when running over a heavy app.

Downloads: 100,000 – 500,000

Android Version: 1.5 and up

Size: 365kb

Price: Free

8.b Paid Version – $1.99 (in-app purchase)

The paid version or the “upgraded version” can be unlocked directly from the Floating Browser. It adds some good features to an already ample offering.

7. Galaxy S4 All-in-1 Thermometer – Paid ($0.99)

A smarthermometer

The Samsung Galaxy S4 comes with a lot of sensors. The Galaxy S4 All-in-1 Thermometer helps you use some of them at your own will. Want to check what the temperature of the room is? Turn on this app and you will know the ambient temperature. This is not a weather app. This app makes the Samsung Galaxy S4 into an actual thermometer. That’s not all though, you can also gauge the humidity, light level and pressure with this great app.

Features:

Tells the temperature in your proximity.

Shuts down sensors when not in use.

Comes with a widget.

Notable Feature: TheGalaxy S4 All-in-1 Thermometer is only made for the Samsung Galaxy S4 and its sensors. It effectively tests all the sensors built-in the smartphone, including magnetic field.

Downloads: 1,000 – 5,000

Android Version: 4.0 and up

Size: 360k

Price: $0.99

6. Galaxy Pack – Paid ($1.95)

Galaxy in your palm

You have a Galaxy smartphone and it only seems fitting that you should also have galaxy wallpapers. The Galaxy Pack brings some really amazing looking live-wallpapers which showcase the beauty of the AMOLED screen on the smartphone. There are multiple live wallpapers to choose from, but all of them are fully customizable. You will find yourself gazing at your home screen mesmerized for a long time. The only live wallpaper app in the 11 Best Samsung Galaxy S4 Apps list, it is a must for the fans of customization.

Features:

Amazing looking Galaxies.

Fully customizable wallpapers.

Multiple wallpapers in a bundle.

Notable Feature: You can change colors, rotation and animation speeds of the live wallpapers. You will feel great after customizing your Galaxy wallpaper on your Galaxy smartphone.

Downloads: 100,000 – 500,000

Android Version: 4.8 MB

Size: 2.1 and up

Price: $1.95

5. Galaxy S4 LED Flashlight – Free

Let there be light

Galaxy S4 Flashlight is exactly what the name implies it is. It is a simple to use “flash light” app which turns on the camera LED flash to be used as a torch. This is a simple, straightforward flashlight app with clean design. There is an On and Off button located on the app which toggles the flashlight. Apart from that there is nothing more to the app. After all when you are in a hurry, bells and whistles will only get in the way.

Features:

Simple design.

Fast and efficient.

Optimized for Samsung Galaxy S4.

Notable Feature: The no-nonsense design of this app makes it one the must have in the 11 best Samsung Galaxy S4 apps.

Downloads: 50,000 – 100,000

Android Version: 4.0 and up

Size: 462 kb

Price: Free

3. CamDictionary – Free/Paid ($1.99)

What does it mean?

3.a Free Version

CamDictionary is a great choice when looking for Samsung Galaxy S4 app. Although the smartphone does come with S Translator on it, CamDictionary easily beats it in every aspect. If you are traveling and need a quick translator, this is the app you should get. You don’t even have to take photos and wait for them to be translated, just focus the viewfinder and get the translation.

Features:

Easy and convenient.

36 languages supported.

Built in local dictionaries for fast translation.

Notable Feature: CamDictionary is a professional grade app which allows you to translate effectively and easily.

Downloads: 1,000,000 – 5,000,000

Android Version: 2.0 and up

Size: 14 MB

Price: Free

3.b Paid version ($1.99)

While the free version of this app has almost all the features, we recommend that you purchase the licensed version to support the developers and gain access to some advanced features.

Features:

Text to Speech becomes available.

No advertisements.

No trail mark on the app.

Downloads: 5,000 – 10,000

Android Version: 2.0 and up

Size: 34k

Price: $1.99

2. Workout Trainer – Free/Paid ($6.99 or $14.99)

Rocky soundtrack not included

2.a Free version

While the S-Health app included with the Samsung Galaxy S4 is great, there is no real training involved on it. With Workout Trainer you will not only be tracking your daily workout routines, but you will also be able to get professional help from the built-in trainer. If you actually want to improve your workout regime and make it effective, this is the app you should get.

Features:

Workouts with audio instructions.

Videos and pictures to teach correct posture.

Easily editable workouts.

Notable Feature: You cannot look at the screen and workout effectively; this is where the audio instructions come in quite handy.

Downloads: 5,000,000 – 10,000,000

Android Version: 2.2 and up

Size: 12MB

Price: Free

2.b Paid and Subscription ($14.99 per year or $6.99 per month)

If you chose, you can get a year of Workout Trainer Pro subscription for $14.99. This will allow you to have audio training sessions, HD video exercises and forum access. If you like you can get the Pro+ version for $6.99 per month. This will include all the above mentioned features along with full access to all workout programs. These subscriptions can be obtained directly from the app.

1. doubleTwist Music Player – Free with optional paid features

Melodiously simple

1.a Free Version

A smartphone like the Samsung Galaxy S4 needs to have a great music player. DoubleTwist Music Player is the all in one solution for your music listening needs. It has everything a music fan needs. From playlists, to iTunes synchronization and from great radio to customized recommendations, this app has it all. The Samsung player is miles behind this amazing music app.

Features:

iTunes synchronization.

Magic radio with personalized stream service.

Download high quality album art for music.

Notable Feature: This app actually checks which type of music you like and give great recommendations.

Downloads: 10,000,000 – 50,000,000

Android Version: Varies with device

Size: Varies with device

Price: Free

1.b Optional features

If you want, you can purchase various optional features directly from the app. For example Magic Radio can be subscribed to for only 19.99 per year. These features are of course completely optional, this way you can purchase the ones you want.

Conclusion

The beauty of Android is that it becomes what you want it to be. There is no limit to what you can do with the platform and with a capable smartphone like Samsung Galaxy S4, the possibilities are limitless. This list try to capture almost every aspect of your daily life. Ranging from utility to customization, these best apps for Samsung Galaxy S4 strive to make your daily experience better.

These are not the only apps that are suited for the Samsung Galaxy S4, and we are sure you may have more on your smartphone. Feel free to share any app we might have missed in the 11 best Samsung Galaxy S4 apps list. Who knows, we may update the article to include the app along with your name in the article. Ask us questions in the comments to share your opinion!

Andrew, The torch and the music app are free. But almost every app has a free version which to my knowledge is OK for average usage 🙂 You only have to pay if you really like the app and need to unlock additional features.